Pipefitter , II, III

Work Location: Chesapeake, VA In Office
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
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Summary of duties – Pipefitter (levels I, II, III) with limited supervision, performs a variety of skilled mechanical duties involving general fitting of piping systems on vessels, burning/brazing, testing, and sketching piping systems. Operates equipment for assembly and installation; performs preventative and predictive maintenance on facility machinery; records work performed and follows specified safety policies and procedures. May be assigned the duties and responsibilities of other positions for which qualifications are met.

Periodically required to lift/move equipment up to and including 50 pounds.

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part, with minimal supervision, to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements
• Ability to work in a shop setting as well as onboard a ship.
• Ability to work in tight and/or confined spaces.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications
  • Know the basic tools required and their uses
  • Identification of piping by class, schedule, size, and the systems in which they are used.
  • Know types of bevels, backing rings, consumable inserts (E/B ring), open roots, saddles, and miters.
  • Layout, fabricate, assemble, install and maintain piping, piping systems, fixtures and equipment.
  • Works with steam, water, air, fuel, lube oil, sea water, and various chemicals.
  • Develops specifications from general description and draws sketch of part or product to be fabricated
  • Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
  • Experience with SMAW and GTAW for tacking purposes of piping, hangers, brackets, and other items to support on-site installations.
  • Assembles piping by means of welding, brazing, soldering, threading, lock ringing and bolting.
  • Cuts and bores holes in structures, decks, bulkheads, and walls by use of torch, handheld, or other power tools.
  • Maintains cleanliness of the work area
• Responsible for training/oversite of junior personnel
  • Overtime is routinely required but not guaranteed
  • Travel outside the local area may be required
  • Perform any other assignments or tasks as needed or requested by management to assist in accomplishing the organization’s mission, objectives and goals. Including the periodic oversight of junior less skilled Welders as applicable.

• Level I: HS diploma or GED may be required depending varying contract stipulations
  • Apprenticeship or welding trade school with six months practical experience or one year of practical relatable experience
• Level II:
  • HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations
  • Apprenticeship or applicable trade school with three years, or four years practical related experience
• Level III:
  • HS diploma or GED may be required depending on varying contract stipulations
  • Apprenticeship or applicable trade school with six years practical experience, or eight years related experience.

• Certificate documentation required for listed education
• Certification documentation in areas of expertise
• Fire watch certification

Clearance up to secret level may be required.

• Lifting/moving up to and including 50 pounds
• Routinely climbing several flights of stairs
• Performing tasks in confined spaces
• Work is primarily onboard naval vessels that may include variables of physical activity, i.e. stooping, climbing, walking, etc.
• May be required to work outdoors; experience temperature variations, extremely loud noises and other physical hazards.

Prism Maritime, LLC is a premier maritime service provider for Alteration Installation Team (AIT) and Modernization related Services in support of US Maritime and Shore‑based clients. Prism Maritime is a privately held business headquartered in Chesapeake, VA, with offices in San Diego and Ventura, CA. Established in 2006, Prism Maritime currently employs over 350 professionals…